…cattle, onions, alfalfa, cotton, hay, and dairy products. This diversity supports a resilient agricultural economy and contributes significantly to local and national markets. Farming Families and Land Agriculture in New…
Colonial Farming and Soil Stewardship: Lessons from Early America
…as cattle roamed freely, trampling and tearing up the ground. Trees were cut down without replanting, and the land slowly deteriorated. This led to widespread soil exhaustion, a major challenge…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…remains a cherished tradition for many families. Looking ahead to 2026, Nick and Lorrie discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the agricultural sector. With cattle numbers at historic lows, rebuilding…
AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026
…remains a cherished tradition for many families. Looking ahead to 2026, Nick and Lorrie discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the agricultural sector. With cattle numbers at historic lows, rebuilding…
The Cooper Barn: A Kansas Landmark of American Agricultural History
…inside. A Home for Registered Hereford Cattle Historically, the Cooper Barn is said to have housed registered Hereford cattle, a breed prized for its productivity and quality. The barn was…
Corn Shelling Bees: How Early Americans Processed Corn by Hand
…used in a variety of practical ways. Farmers relied on corn as fuel for heating, fertilizer for improving soil productivity, feed for cattle, and bedding for livestock. Every part of…
AgNet News Hour Podcast Recap: Agriculture Policy, Rodeo Ambassadors, and Holiday Cheer
…mean for cattle and sheep producers who have dealt firsthand with livestock losses, rising costs, and emotional strain tied to expanding wolf populations. The hosts explore the frustration many ranchers…
How Weather Shaped Early American Agriculture
…the Great Plains. Alongside wheat, corn was also very common. Its versatility and adaptability made it valuable for both human consumption and livestock feed. Cotton and Cattle in Warmer Areas…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Insights from Mark Oppold
…depended heavily on animals like sheep for wool. A Legacy That Continues to Shape Ohio Agriculture Today Ohio’s agricultural story is deeply rooted in the combined contributions of Indigenous communities…
The Future of California Farming: Insights from Nick Foglio of Foglio Commodities
…by rangeland and cattle operations are turning into subdivisions. Ironically, he predicts that some westside acreage may eventually return to cattle and rangeland due to irrigation limitations, rising cattle prices,…
How Early Agriculture Shaped Ohio: Indigenous Roots to 19th-Century Farming
…cattle, hogs, and sheep—played a vital role in daily life and early commerce. Livestock Supported: Food production for growing communities The textile industry, which relied on wool, hides, and other…
Inside Butte County Agriculture: Education, Community, and Critical Issues
…region regularly drive past almond orchards, rice fields, walnut groves, citrus, and grazing cattle. The Agribee and similar outreach programs help them connect those sights—and their own food—to the industry…
AgNet News Hour: Butte County Agriculture, Regulations & Almond Outlook
…agricultural foundation—almonds, walnuts, rice, citrus, olives, cattle, and a major pollination sector—and emphasizes the region’s dependable water, quality soils, and active grower involvement in groundwater sustainability planning. She also discusses…
Navigating California’s Agricultural Regulations: Insights from Bryan Little of the California Farm Bureau
…management and wildfire fuel control could have mitigated disaster impacts. One potential tool for fuel management is using sheep and goats, but California’s sheep and goat industry is struggling due…